- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 5/6/24
- 05/06/2024
- 63 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Greater Egg Harbor School Board meeting highlighted several achievements and challenges faced by the district, with Oakcrest High School’s State recognition for its successful practices during and after the pandemic taking center stage. The special presentation by Mr. Mccade detailed Oakcrest’s inventive strategies, including a ‘zero period’ for additional student support and a shift to standard-based grading. State representatives commended the district for its engagement and commitment to student support, which has had a notable impact on student success.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/6/24
- 05/06/2024
- 163 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Edison Town Council meeting, issues surrounding the police department, infrastructure projects, and the town’s approach to development dominated the discourse. The meeting saw residents and council members express deep concerns regarding the police department’s operations, allegations of racism, and the need for transparency in the town’s finances and development plans.
- NJ
- Union County
- 5/2/24
- 05/03/2024
- 81 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Roselle Park Borough Council meeting, the proposed allocation of $150,000 for a statue of basketball player Rick Barry became a focal point of debate. This discussion arose amidst broader conversations about the 2024 Municipal budget, which included concerns about bond increases, surplus usage, and employee insurance costs.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/2/24
- 05/02/2024
- 23 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Woodbridge Township Board of Education meeting, the discussion centered around the school district’s budget for the upcoming year, with a focus on the per-student spending calculation and an increase in state funding. The budget’s increase was attributed mainly to an additional $24 million in state aid, with the board indicating that they are taking a responsible approach by paying down debt and reducing the tax levy for residents.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/2/24
- 05/03/2024
- 19 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Woodbridge School Board meeting, the most development revolved around the budget for the upcoming year. The board approved a substantial budget that includes a tax levy reduction for residents, thanks to an increase in state aid. The budget, totaling $362,682,367, was scrutinized by members of the public and the board. A noteworthy aspect is the net reduction in the tax levy, attributed to the additional $24 million received from the state and the board’s decision to utilize surplus funds to pay down debt.